2007 SUZUKI XL7 service

6-5 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
78J00-03E
Service Instruction Maintenance I Maintenance II
Lubricate body components. Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary
latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door
hinges, rear folding seats, and liftgate hinges.
 More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a cor-
rosive environment such as winter road salt.
 Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will
make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.•
Inspect passenger compart-
ment air filter. Replace the air filter, if necessary.
 If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require
replacement more often.•
Inspect throttle system. Check system for interference or binding and for damaged or
missing parts.
 Replace parts as needed.
 Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear.•

6-6 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
78J00-03E
Additional Required Services except CANADAThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each
item.
Additional required services
Service InstructionMiles (Kilometers)
25000
(40000)50000
(80000)75000
(120000)100000
(160000)125000
(200000)150000
(240000)
Inspect fuel system for damage or
leaks.••••••
Inspect exhaust system for loose
or damaged components.••••••
Replace engine air cleaner filter. Refer to “Engine Air Cleaner/Fil-
ter” in “Checking Things Under
the Hood” in the “Service and
Appearance Care” section.•••
Change automatic transaxle fluid
(severe service).  Change automatic transaxle
fluid if the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of
these conditions:
– In heavy city traffic where the
outside temperature regularly
reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
– In hilly or mountainous terrain.
– When doing frequent trailer tow-
ing.
– Uses such as found in taxi,
police, or delivery service•••
Change automatic transaxle fluid
(normal service).•
Replace spark plugs. An Emission
Control Service.•

6-7 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
78J00-03E
Service InstructionMiles (Kilometers)
25000
(40000)50000
(80000)75000
(120000)100000
(160000)125000
(200000)150000
(240000)
Engine cooling system service (or
every five years, whichever occurs
first). An Emission Control Ser-
vice. Drain, flush, and refill cooling
system.
 This service can be complex;
you should have your dealer
perform this service.
 Refer to “Engine Coolant” in
“Checking Things Under the
Hood” in the “Service and
Appearance Care” section for
what to use.
 Inspect hoses.
 Clean radiator, condenser, pres-
sure cap, and filler neck.
 Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.•
Inspect engine accessory drive
belt. An Emission Control Service. Visually inspect belt for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious
damage.
 Replace belt if necessary.•

6-8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
78J00-03E
For CANADA Scheduled Maintenance
Service Instruction Maintenance
Change engine oil and filter. Change engine oil and filter if the light/message has not come on at all for 10
months.
 Refer to “Engine Oil” in “Checking Things Under the Hood” in the “Service and
Appearance Care” section.
•
Reset oil life system.
An Emission Control Service. If the system is ever reset accidentally, perform the maintenance service within
5000 km since your last service.
 Refer to “Engine Oil Life System” in “Checking Things Under the Hood” in the “Ser-
vice and Appearance Care” section.
Visually check for any leaks or
damage. A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem.
 Have the system inspected and repaired and the fluid level checked.
 Add fluid if needed.•
Rotate tires and check infla-
tion pressures and wear. Rotate tires every 8000 to 13000 km.
 Refer to “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in “Tires” in the “Service and Appearance
Care” section and “At Least Once a Month” in this section.•
Inspect brake system. Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc.
 Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition.
 Inspect drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks (if equipped).
 Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking
brake, etc.
 Check parking brake adjustment.•
Check engine coolant and
windshield washer fluid levels
and add fluid as needed.•
Perform any needed addi-
tional services. Refer to “Additional Required Services (For CANADA)” in this section.•

6-9 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
78J00-03E
Service Instruction Maintenance
Inspect engine air cleaner fil-
ter. If necessary, replace filter. Refer to “Engine Air Cleaner/Filter” in “Checking Things Under the Hood” in the
“Service and Appearance Care” section.
 If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil
change.•
Inspect suspension and steer-
ing components. Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose,
or missing parts, signs of wear.
 Inspect power steering cables for proper hook-up, binding, cracks, chafing, etc.
(if equipped).•
Inspect engine cooling sys-
tem. Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen, or
deteriorated.
 Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace parts as needed.
 To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pres-
sure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is
recommended at least once a year.•
Inspect wiper blades. Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking.
 Replace wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of
the windshield.•
Inspect restraint system com-
ponents. Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,
retractors, and anchorages are working properly.
 Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
 If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired.
 Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
 Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings, and have them repaired or
replaced.
 The airbag system does not need regular maintenance.•

6-10 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
78J00-03E
Service Instruction Maintenance
Lubricate body components. Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots,
spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding seats, and lift-
gate hinges.
 More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environ-
ment such as winter road salt.
 Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.•
Inspect passenger compart-
ment air filter. Replace the air filter, if necessary.
 If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement
more often.•
Inspect throttle system. Check system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts.
 Replace parts as needed.
 Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear.•

6-11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
78J00-03E
Additional Required Services (For CANADA)The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service after the indicated kilometers shown for each item.
Additional required services
Service InstructionKilometers
40000 80000 120000 160000 200000 240000
Inspect fuel system for damage or
leaks.••••••
Inspect exhaust system for loose
or damaged components.••••••
Replace engine air cleaner filter. Refer to “Engine Air Cleaner/Fil-
ter” in “Checking Things Under
the Hood” in the “Service and
Appearance Care” section.•••
Change automatic transaxle fluid. •••
Replace spark plugs. An Emission
Control Service.•

6-12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
78J00-03E
Service InstructionKilometers
40000 80000 120000 160000 200000 240000
Engine cooling system service (or
every five years, whichever occurs
first). An Emission Control Ser-
vice. Drain, flush, and refill cooling
system.
 This service can be complex;
you should have your dealer
perform this service.
 Refer to “Engine Coolant” in
“Checking Things Under the
Hood” in the “Service and
Appearance Care” section for
what to use.
 Inspect hoses.
 Clean radiator, condenser, pres-
sure cap, and filler neck.
 Pressure test the cooling system
and pressure cap.•
Inspect engine accessory drive
belt. An Emission Control Service. Visually inspect belt for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious
damage.
 Replace belt if necessary.•